During John’s initial visit with the Bumpinator, Dr. Sanusi Umar, all he knows is that the doctor will remove the bumps on the back of his head, a problem related to acne keloidalis nuchae or the chronic folliculitis of the nape. However, he did not anticipate meeting a doctor who
When a patient finds the right doctor to treat their scalp bumps on the back of their head, often caused by conditions such as folliculitis keloidalis nuchae, there can be an overwhelming sense of emotion. For John, his search has been emotional too. In fact, when he got into his
The disease affecting Anwar’s scalp is considered one of the most severe cases of scalp bumps or folliculitis decalvans. It is a persistent inflammatory condition that causes destruction of hair follicles and typically results in lesions that are both painful and disfiguring. Many patients first notice painful bumps, patches of
The large, disfiguring growth on the back of John’s head, later identified as part of a severe painful scalp lumps at the back of the head and pus bump pattern, created both an emotional and physical burden and negatively impacted his ability to perform daily tasks. These painful scalp lumps
For ten long years, Rodolfo carried the burden of a large Acne Keloidalis Nuchae lesion at the back of his neck. More than just a medical condition, the mass became a daily source of discomfort and self-consciousness. He hesitated to undergo surgery because he feared the challenges of healing in
For many people, keloids feel like an inescapable curse. Topical creams, steroid injections, and even multiple surgeries may get rid of the keloid at first, but because of the nature of the skin lesion, the bumps return, again and again, often larger and more painful than before. It’s more than
For 10 years, Antonio hid a painful scalp condition that nearly destroyed his confidence and his life. At Dr. U Hair and Skin Clinic, we understand that Acne Keloidalis Nuchae (AKN) isn’t just a physical condition. It can crush your self-esteem. Antonio struggled to find AKN treatments that work, and
Anwar has been on an emotional roller coaster for years, and so has his father, Aldwyn. Now, thanks to Dr. Umar’s innovative techniques, they both have reason to hope. “I am cautiously optimistic,” Aldwyn states. “There is always an element of risk, but I think with the research he has done and the doctor’s track record, this puts him in the 90th percentile success rate.”
